Elsie E. Roe, age 104, was welcomed to her eternal home on November 24, 2025 at St. Ann’s Home. She was born in Rochester, NY on December 24, 1920 to Thomas and Anna Elliott.
Elsie is predeceased by Nelson, her husband of 46 years, parents and siblings Clara, Josephine (Jo), George, Carlton (Blondie) and Donald. She is survived by her sons Clyde (Skip) and Richard (Richie), grandsons Scott and Steven, granddaughter Ashleigh and several nieces and nephews.
Calling Hours Wednesday December 3, 2025 11AM-12PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home (Egypt Location) 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Road, Fairport, where a Funeral Service will immediately follow.
7 responses to “Roe, Elsie E.”
Elsie was a gem of a woman. One of my favorite people. Sincere condolences to Richie and other family members
Rest in peace, Elsie. On behalf of the Board of Directors and all of us at NAMI Rochester, we extend our deepest condolences to Rich and your entire family.
Your unwavering dedication as a pioneer in advocating for individuals living with mental illness—and for the families who love and support them—has made a profound and lasting impact.
Your legacy will continue to inspire us all.
With heartfelt sympathy and deepest respect,
Donna Leigh-Estes
Executive Director, CEO NAMI Rochester
Forever with the Lord in all His glory!
I am privileged to have known and admired Elsie through my tenure at NAMI Rochester. She was a strong, determined woman who founded the local affiliate in 1981. I have many fond memories of her over the years when we were located at the Reformation Lutheran Church. I will forever be grateful for her leadership, guidance, wisdom and passion to help families living with mental illness.
Elsie will always remain a special person for me as we reached out to young adult mental health services together in our community. She was a strong advocate and educator for so many of us including professionals and family members since 1980 and before.
When Elsie came up with an idea, look out! Things were never half-baked. She had already, starting with prayer, decided on a plan that met a serious need. Empowered with the Holy Spirit via her faith, she’d round up disciples if they responded with an “Ahh-Haa” and a smile. The result: somebody or somebodies, would be blessed. An angel with boots on the ground. Thanks be to God for our Elsie.
I am glad to see the NAMI community recognizing Elsie. For those of us who knew her in the ’80s and beyond, she was a teacher, advocate and inspiration. My condolences to her family and thank you for sharing her with us. Elsie, you changed so many lives with your work, empathy, and compassion. May you rest in peace.